Weekly Gear Update – Magnetospeed Sporter

The ability to accurately measure muzzle velocity is critical to calculating a good ballistic solution for your precision rifle. That is why you will often see precision rifle shooters using chronographs to collect this information. In this gear update we take a look at the Sporter model from Magnetospeed. This unit is a high quality chronograph that provides accurate measurements, but forgoes some of the advanced features and higher price of their current flagship model, the V3.

We’ve been using the Magnetospeed since V1 and the only reason we use our optical chronographs is for situations where we cannot hang the bayonet from the firearm barrel. This is the most convenient, accurate and portable chronograph system that we have come across. You’re also less likely to damage your Magnetospeed when compared to optical chronographs which seem to attract bullets. There are also a number of useful accessories available. As discussed in the video, the XFR adapter and associated smartphone application allows users with Magnetospeed Sporter and V3 displays to download their current (un-archived) shot series to their Android or iOS device.

You can get more information about the Magnetospeed Sporter here: http://www.magnetospeed.com/products/magnetospeed-sporter

Editor: Ed Mobley (ed@65guys.com)